2023 truly was one of the biggest years for Philippine Esports, and this was exemplified at the most recent Philippine Esports Awards.
Even with the year in full swing, members of the Philippine Esports community took the time to celebrate the previous year’s success with the 2023 Philippine Esports Awards. It was a night dedicated to all the hard work done last year that truly made it the Taon ng Tagumpay.
Here are some of the biggest winners of the evening.
Philippine Esports and Gaming Positive Influencer of the Year
Kieth Medrano (MOONTON Games) — While he’s not an influencer in the traditional sense, Keith has used his position as MOONTON’s Regional Public Relations Manager to make gaming a more inclusive and open space. Through multiple projects and events, he has opened the doors to esports to many aspiring athletes and contributors, enriching the scene as a whole.
Philippine Esports Content Creator of the Year
Caisam “Wolf” Nopueto — As a true veteran of the Philippine esports scene, Wolf’s content highlights the human elements of esports. After previously winning the 2022 Esports Analyst of the Year, Wolf has truly proven himself to be a master of capturing the hearts and minds of Pinoy esports fans.
Philippine Esports Coach of the Year
Francis “Ducky” Glindro (AP.Bren) — It’s no surprise that Ducky won the Coach of the Year award considering he was inaugurated into the MPL PH Hall of Legends last year. His philosophy in both life and in-game has built AP.Bren into the team it is today and their rise to success would not be possible without his guidance. He’s a role model not just to the members of his team, but to all esports athletes in the Philippines.
Of course, these weren’t the only winners of the night. Many individuals and teams worked tirelessly to elevate the esports scene in 2023. Thus, in an unprecedented event, both Mario “Abo” Limos and Carlos Pineda received awards for their contributions to esports journalism. Special mention also goes to AP.Bren for being the winningest team of the evening with six awards.
Lifetime Awards
- Ronald Robins (Mineski Global Group)
- Alodia Gosiengfiao
Creative Team of the Year
- Overdrive Studios
Cignal Production Team of the Year
- CBZN Perspective
Event of the Year
- M5 World Championship
Content Streamer of the Year
- Myrtle Sarrosa
Play-By-Play of the Year
- PochSpice
Stage Host of the Year
- Mara Aquino
Desk Host of the Year
- Mika Fabella
PLDT Enterprise Manager of the Year
- Jeff Victoriano (AP.Bren)
Color Caster of the Year
- Angelica “Honeyglaze” Cortez
Analyst of the Year
- John Nathan “johnxfire” Fernandez
Organization of the Year
- AP.Bren
Journalists of the Year
- Mario “Abo” Limos
- Carlos Pineda
Cosplayer of the Year
- Charess
Game of the Year
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MOONTON Games)
Pro Console Athlete of the Year
- Alexandre “AK” Laverez
Pro PC Athlete of the Year
- Christian “Revenge” Amores
Pro Mobile Athlete of the Year
- David “FlapTzy” Canon
Breakthrough Player of the Year
- Alexandria “Alexy” Francisco
Game Publisher of the Year
- MOONTON Games
Smart Communications Inc. Team of the Year
- AP.Bren
San Miguel Corporation Athlete of the Year
- Angelo ”Pheww” Arcangel
The 2023 Philippine Esports Awards has shown us what the Philippines is capable of in the esports arena. We eagerly await what they can achieve this year.
Banner photo by Philippine Esports Awards.
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